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Leaving The Land Of "Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda"

Contributed by Samuel Wilder on Jul 14, 2008

We all have a past, but we don’t have to live there. The grace of God is bigger than our regrets!

We’ve all made mistakes and bad choices. We’ve done things we wished we could forget but somehow the memories of our past sins and temporary stupidity come back to haunt us and when that happens they turn into regrets; they become things we start to second guess: “What if I would have…” “Maybe I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Three To Get Ready…" Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2008

Disgust can become a powerful motive.

"Three to Get Ready…" (Genesis 27:41- 28:9) 1. There are many stories of people who have given up on the church and on God is utter disgust. 2. Dan Waite tells this story of a man who almost did: Once upon a time, a young minister tried to quit the ministry in absolute disgust. He was tired of ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Me Some Space

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Aug 27, 2011

As the power of God draws the heaven and the earth farther and farther apart, our main focus will be the love of Jesus to keep us closer together.

Read Luke 13:1-5 Because of his love, the love of Jesus; he will forgive us of anything, for the reason that love is just what God says it is. God is Love. And we should focus only on his love, since this reveals who God is. He will forgive us of anything, but speaking a word against the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The People Of God: Laymen Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 12, 2011

What are the implications of God calling we who make up the church “saints?” How do saints relate together?

The People of God: Laymen (2 Corinthians 1: 1b-2) 1. A friend was in front of me coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. He grabbed my friend by the hand and pulled him aside. The Pastor said to him, "You need to join the Army of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Characteristics Of Godly Leaders

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Dec 5, 2011

This sermon challenges church leaders to step up to the plate and follow God's direction so they can be successful in his Kingdom's work.

Introduction: A. The story of Nehemiah: 1. It was about 445 B. C. and some of God’s people were still living in the old Babylonian Empire which was now ruled by the Persians. 2. God had allowed his people to be taken captive as punishment for their disobedience to him. 3. After seventy years ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Evited Part 2 Series

Contributed by Todd Pope on Dec 12, 2011

Two-part series that looks at 5 invitations of Christ. An evitation is an online invitation that asks for a response. Christ's evitations ask for a response.

Last week we talked about how this door represents the door to WFA. When someone knocks on your door and you are a welcoming person like Mr. Rogers, you say…. “Come in”, “make yourself at home”, “welcome”. The way we live our lives, the words we speak to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Are Evited Part 2 Series

Contributed by Todd Pope on Dec 12, 2011

Two-part series that looks at 5 invitations of Christ. An evitation is an online invitation that asks for a response. Christ's evitations ask for a response.

Last week we talked about how this door represents the door to WFA. When someone knocks on your door and you are a welcoming person like Mr. Rogers, you say…. “Come in”, “make yourself at home”, “welcome”. The way we live our lives, the words we speak to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Suffering For Christ

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 10, 2008

Understanding the functions of suffering in the Christian life would help us cope with them.

SUFFERING FOR CHRIST 1 PETER 4:12-19 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION One of my children asked why we don’t practice fasting or flagellation during the observant of Lent. Flagellation is the practice of a person to whip himself or herself as a public penance. iblically speaking, the best ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 - Genesis 12:1-20 - Ok, He’s Dead! What Have I Inherited? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 9, 2010

Some criticize him for staying in Haran saying that he fell short of the promises of God, distracted by the attraction of wealth. I don’t think he was saying, OK, HE’S DEAD! WHAT HAVE I INHERITED? But he did stay in Haran until his father died.

Part 1 - Genesis 12:1-20 (NASB) - OK, HE’S DEAD. WHAT HAVE I INHERITED? I understand the upheaval of moving to a different city. Packing endless boxes of books, dismantling beds and throwing out all the junk we have accumulated over time - big job. Then watching a huge truck back into our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Time For Change

Contributed by Carole Steinberg on Jan 12, 2008

God’s glory gives us the ability to make powerful changes in our lives.

Changes Happy New Year! It seems like each January we are faced with changes. That word change has been in the news much lately. Each of the presidential candidates claims they are the one who will bring change to our country. On a personal level, lots of people make resolutions in January, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Charge Of Being A Rabble-Rouser

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

Those who opposed Jesus were puzzled by His death and resurrection and ascension. It was hard for them to grasp its meaning and to believe in Him.

We have been studying the reactions of the people to Jesus’ claims for the past 3 studies. Tonight we are going to look at a fourth reaction. The fourth reaction to Jesus’ claims comes from the religious and civil authorities. It paints a clear picture of men in every generation who ...read more

Scripture: John 7:32-36

Denomination: Baptist

Not Brick Makers Any More

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on May 26, 2013

The Hebrew’s were slaves under the hand of a hard task-master. Mankind is slaves to sin and it certainly is a hard task-master. No mercy, no ease, no release. However, God, by a strong hand has delivered us from the bondage of sin. We are not brick makers

Quotes: “Our forces saved the remnants of the Jewish people of Europe for a new life and a new hope in the reborn land of Israel. Along with all men of good will, I salute the young state and wish it well.” -Dwight D. Eisenhower "A confession has to be part of your new life." - Ludwig ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:4-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Blessings Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 7, 2013

Try to understand the blessings of God upon all of us. Varieties of Blessings form a single source, Christ Jesus.

06.10.13 “Heavenly Blessings” - Ephesians 1:3-14 Illustration: In 1822 a boy was born to a Poor German Pastor. His name was Henry Seligmann. When he was 7 years old he was attracted by a drawing depicting “Troy City” was burning in fire. He also believed that the novel “Iliad and Odyssey” was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Methodist

The High Cost Of Unforgiveness

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

We need to remember / Never Forget that Someday we will be “summoned” / To give an account. • This does not necessarily happen on the other side. • It can happen any day as God responds to our unforgiveness.

The High Cost of Unforgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Several years ago, we were looking to buy a new car. • We found one we wanted, but we discovered that it cost more than we could afford. • Most of us in life find that we have a limit to what we can or will pay for an item. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Guilt By Association Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 14, 2014

Jesus was a friend of sinners and set us right by HIS actions. In Jesus God sees his righteousness on us, in spite of all of our shortcomings.

1. Guilt by Association movie: "Guilt by Association" is a 2002 movie based on true events about a single mother who gets caught up in a drug bust because of her drug-dealing boyfriend. The woman, who unknowingly helps her boyfriend, is sentenced to a 20-year mandatory minimum sentence for her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ